Qualified Medical Evaluator

• Strong clinical judgment
• Familiarity with state workers' comp laws
• Neutral, unbiased assessment

Position Summary

We are seeking a board-certified, state-licensed physician to serve as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). In this role, you will perform independent medical evaluations for injured workers, evaluate complex medical histories, write objective legal-medical reports, and assess permanent disability, future medical needs, and causation within the workers' compensation system.

The ideal candidate possesses strong clinical judgment, exceptional analytical and writing skills, and a thorough understanding of workers' compensation guidelines and disability evaluation protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Independent Medical Evaluations (IMEs): Conduct thorough, unbiased physical or psychiatric evaluations of injured workers to assess medical condition and its relatedness to industrial injury, extent of disability, and work capabilities.
• Legal-Medical Reporting: Draft clear, comprehensive, and legally defensible opinions.
• Impairment Rating: Determine accurate impairment ratings using the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment (or applicable state guidelines).
• Causation & Apportionment: Evaluate and determine causation, apportionment of disability, maximum medical improvement (MMI), and recommendations for future medical care.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO). Chiropractic (DC), Podiatric (DPM), or Psychology (PhD/PsyD) degrees are also eligible depending on specialty requirements.
• Licensure: Active, unencumbered license to practice in [State] from the appropriate state medical board.
• Certification: Board certification in a recognized medical specialty (e.g., Orthopedic Surgery, Occupational Medicine, Neurology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Psychiatry, Internal Medicine).
• QME Certification: Active appointment as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) by the State Division of Workers' Compensation (or willingness to complete the required state examination and certification process).

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Deep Regulatory Knowledge: Strong familiarity with state workers' compensation laws, Labor Code regulations, and the AMA Guides.
• Objectivity & Professionalism: Unwavering commitment to neutral, unbiased assessment regardless of party referral.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: [Competitive Fee-Per-Evaluation per established fee schedule.
• Flexibility: Flexible scheduling options suited for full-time QME practice or supplementing an active clinical practice.
• Benefits (if applicable): Negotiable.

To Apply

Interested candidates should submit their inquiry to (Login for Information) with a copy of the most current C.V or a cover letter highlighting QME or IME experience